When backpacking long distances, the last thing you want is extra weight. That's exactly why when looking for wood cutting tool I chose the "Commando Wire Saw." It's so light that there was little opportunity cost, and it seemed like it would be effective.
I took it to Yellowstone this summer. Yellowstone has few back country camping sites, and those sites are pretty heavily camped. When it came to collecting wood I had to be able to get wood few others could. This is where the wire saw came in handy.
The positives are that it works. It cut wood up to 3" thick. The down side is that it hurt my fingers and it took a lot of energy. Still, it's so light and compact I would take it over any other saw I have found. It does what you need it to, and if you had to break some big wood you can use some rope or cord to make handles so it doesn't hurt your fingers.
All in all, I think it is a pretty nice thing to have in your pack. An incredibly useful tool and almost no weight.
Be Smart and Thrive
The positives are that it works. It cut wood up to 3" thick. The down side is that it hurt my fingers and it took a lot of energy. Still, it's so light and compact I would take it over any other saw I have found. It does what you need it to, and if you had to break some big wood you can use some rope or cord to make handles so it doesn't hurt your fingers.
All in all, I think it is a pretty nice thing to have in your pack. An incredibly useful tool and almost no weight.
Be Smart and Thrive
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